Vincent Astrolabio
Vincent Astrolabio | |
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| Born | Vincent Diazen Astrolabio April 1, 1997 General Santos City, Cotabato del Sur, Philippines |
| Other names | Acero (Steel) |
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| Weight(s) | |
| Height | 1.65 m (5 ft 5 in) |
| Reach | 166.37 cm (66 in) |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 23 |
| Wins | 19 |
| Wins by KO | 14 |
| Losses | 4 |
Vincent Astrolabio (born April 1, 1997) is a Filipino professional boxer, former WBO Inter-continental champion and former WBO bantamweight title challenger.
As of August 26, 2023, Astrolabio is ranked as the world's twelfth best bantamweight boxer by the WBO, first by the WBC,[1] fifth by BoxRec,[2] and sixth by Box.Live[3] and the Transnational Boxing Rankings Board.[4]
Professional career[edit]
Super flyweight[edit]
Debut[edit]
On August 14, 2015, Astrolabio made his debut against Argie Emendo in SM City Annex of Davao City, Philippines. He won the match by technical knockout.[5]
Astrolabio vs. He[edit]
On December 15, 2018, Astrolabio fought for the vacant WBO Asia Pacific Youth Super Flyweight title against Zhongli He in Yubei, China. Astrolabio lost via majority decision with the score of 95-95 and 94–96(x2) in favor of He.
Bantamweight[edit]
Astrolabio vs. Tejones[edit]
After 8 consecutive wins, on July 24, 2017, Astrolabio fought against Joe Tejones (8–3–0) for the vacant Philippines Mindanao Professional Boxing Federation (MinProBa) bantamweight title. In a full 10 rounder bout, Astrolabio won via unanimous decision with the scores of 96–93 and 98–91(×2), winning the title.
Astrolabio vs. Kobayashi[edit]
On July 15, 2018, Astrolabio fought Japan's Yuki Strong Kobayashi in the undercard of Manny Pacquiao vs. Lucas Matthysse at Axiata Arena, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. He lost the match via technical knockout in the 4th round.
Astrolabio vs. Liukhoto[edit]
After his loss against Zhongli He, Astrolabio moved up to bantamweight to fight the undefeated Patrick Liukhoto of Indonesia for the vacant WBO Oriental bantamweight title in Jakarta, Indonesia. Astrolabio won via technical knockout, making him the new WBO Oriental bantamweight champion.
He then defended the title twice, winning both fights, one via 5th round stoppage against Kevin Aseniero[6] and the other via a body shot knockout against Wilbert Berondo.
Astrolabio vs. Rigondeaux[edit]
Astrolabio fought Guillermo Rigondeaux for the WBC International bantamweight title in Dubai, winning the match in the 8th round.[7]
Astrolabio vs. Potapov[edit]
After winning against Rigondeaux, Astrolabio was given a chance to fight Russian Nikolai Potapov for the vacant WBO Intercontinental belt. The fight was Astrolabio's debut in the United States. After flooring Potapov in round 1 and 5, Astrolabio knocked him out in the sixth round, winning the title.[8]
WBO bantamweight title match[edit]
After Naoya Inoue vacated all of his bantamweight major titles to move up to super bantamweight, Astrolabio fought Jason Moloney for the vacant WBO bantamweight title, but lost via majority decision.[9]
Astrolabio vs. Kaikanha[edit]
On July 20, 2023, the World Boxing Council (WBC) issued an order for a bantamweight title eliminator bout between Astrolabio and the #1 ranked Nawaphon Kaikanha. The winner of this contest was slated to face the mandatory titleholder, Alexandro Santiago. The match occurred as the main event of "NKL Boxing" on August 26, 2023, at Suan Lum Night Bazaar Ratchadaphisek in Bangkok, Thailand, with live coverage provided by Thairath TV.[10]
During the course of the match, both fighters exhibited notable progress. In the 11th round, Astrolabio delivered a powerful counter right punch that knocked Kaikanha down. Although Kaikanha managed to rise to his feet, the referee intervened moments later and halted the contest, earning Astrolabio a victory via technical knockout.[11]
Professional boxing record[edit]
| 23 fights | 19 wins | 4 losses |
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| By knockout | 14 | 1 |
| By decision | 5 | 3 |
| No. | Result | Record | Opponent | Type | Round, Time | Date | Location | Notes |
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| 23 | Win | 19–4 |  Nawaphon Kaikanha
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TKO | 11 (12) | 26 Aug 2023 | Suan Lum Night Bazaar Ratchadaphisek, Bangkok, Thailand
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| 22 | Loss | 18–4 |  Jason Moloney
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MD | 12 | 13 May 2023 |  Stockton Arena, Stockton, California, US
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For vacant WBO bantamweight title |
| 21 | Win | 18–3 |  Nikolai Potapov
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KO | 6 (12), 1:26 | 17 Dec 2022 | The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, Chelsea Ballroom, Las Vegas, Nevada, US
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Won vacant WBO Inter-Continental bantamweight title |
| 20 | Win | 17–3 |  Guillermo Rigondeaux
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UD | 10 | 26 Feb 2022 |  Dubai Marina, Dubai, UAE
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Won vacant WBC International bantamweight title |
| 19 | Win | 16–3 |  Jerry Pabila
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TKO | 1 (8), 2:29 | 27 Feb 2021 | Bula Gym, General Santos City, Philippines
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| 18 | Win | 15–3 | Wilbert Berondo
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KO | 8 (10), 1:33 | 15 Dec 2019 | Robinson's Mall Atrium, General Santos City, Philippines
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Retained WBO Oriental Bantamweight title |
| 17 | Win | 14–3 | Kevin Aseniero
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TKO | 5 (10) | 24 Aug 2019 | San Andres Civic & Sports Center, District of Malate, Manila, Philippines
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Retained WBO Oriental Bantamweight title |
| 16 | Win | 13–3 |  Patrick Liukhoto
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TKO | 9 (12) | 6 Apr 2019 | Kampus IBM ASMI, Jakarta, Indonesia
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Won vacant WBO Oriental bantamweight title |
| 15 | Loss | 12–3 |  ZongLi He
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MD | 10 | 15 Dec 2018 | Yubei Sport Center, Yubei, China
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For vacant WBO Asia Pacific Youth super flyweight title |
| 14 | Win | 12–2 | Yochanchai Yokaeo
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KO | 1 (8), 2:06 | 14 Oct 2018 | Robinsons Place, Butuan City, Philippines
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| 13 | Loss | 11–2 |  Yuki Strong Kobayashi
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TKO | 4 (8), 1:40 | 15 Jul 2018 |  Axiata Arena, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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| 12 | Win | 11–1 | Jun Eraham
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UD | 8 | 25 Mar 2018 | Gaisano Mall of Toril, Davao City, Philippines
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| 11 | Loss | 10–1 | John Mark Apolinario
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UD | 8 | 17 Dec 2017 | Robinson's Mall Atrium, General Santos City, Philippines
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| 10 | Win | 10–0 | Ayati Sailike
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UD | 8 | 29 Sep 2017 | Heyuan Royal Garden Hotel, Beijing, China
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| 9 | Win | 9–0 | Joe Tejones
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UD | 10 | 24 Jul 2017 | South Cotabato Gym, Koronadal City, Philippines
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Won vacant Philippines Mindanao Professional Boxing Federation (MinProBA) bantamweight title |
| 8 | Win | 8–0 | Nicardo Calamba
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TKO | 2 (10), 0:23 | 12 May 2017 | Waterfront Insular Hotel, Davao City, Philippines
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| 7 | Win | 7–0 | Renante Suacasa
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TKO | 8 (10), 2:59 | 17 Dec 2016 | Robinson's Place, General Santos City, Philippines
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| 6 | Win | 6–0 | Marlou Sandoval
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KO | 2 (10), 0:37 | 23 Aug 2016 | Kidapawan City Gymnasium, Barangay Amas, Kidapawan City, Philippines
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| 5 | Win | 5–0 | Renante Suacasa
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UD | 8 | 4 Jun 2016 | Almendras Gym, Davao City, Philippines
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| 4 | Win | 4–0 | Jun Eraham
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TKO | 5 (8), 1:06 | 1 Apr 2016 | M'lang Municipal Gymnasium, M'lang, Philippines
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| 3 | Win | 3–0 | Lowell Saguisa
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KO | 1 (6) | 23 Jan 2016 | Hagonoy Sports Complex, Taguig City, Philippines
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| 2 | Win | 2–0 | Bener Santig
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TKO | 3 (6), 0:55 | 13 Nov 2015 | Philippine Navy Gymnasium Bonifacio Naval Station, Taguig City, Philippines
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| 1 | Win | 1–0 | Argie Emendo
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TKO | 1 (4), 2:19 | 14 Aug 2015 | SM City Annex, Ecoland, Davao City, Philippines
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Titles in boxing[edit]
Regional and minor titles[edit]
- MinProBa Bantamweight title (July 24, 2017)
- WBO Oriental Bantamweight title (April 6, 2019)
- WBC International Bantamweight title (February 26, 2022)
- WBO Inter-continental Bantamweight title (December 17, 2022)
References[edit]
- ^ "WBC, WBO, IBF and WBA Top 15 Rankings – BoxingScene". Retrieved 2023-08-30.
- ^ "Bantamweight Rankings – BoxRec". Retrieved 2023-08-26.
- ^ "Boxing Rankings - View The Latest Top 15 In Every Division". Box.Live. Retrieved 2023-06-15.
- ^ "Rankings – Transnational Boxing Rankings Board". Retrieved 2023-06-15.
- ^ "Vincent Astrolabio Boxing Record". BoxRec. Retrieved 2023-07-19.
- ^ Bonsubre Jr., Rene (2019-09-08). "ASTROLABIO DEFENDS WBO ORIENTAL TITLE ON CASIMERO-RAMIREZ UNDERCARD". ASIAN BOXING. Retrieved 2023-08-09.
- ^ Ramos, Gerry (2022-02-27). "Pinoy bet Astrolabio floors Rigondeaux to score shock 10-round decision". Spin.ph. Retrieved 2023-08-09.
- ^ Ramos, Gerry (2022-12-19). "World-ranked Pinoy Vincent Astrolabio destroys Russian foe in six rounds". Spin.ph. Retrieved 2023-08-09.
- ^ Christ, Scott (2023-05-13). "Highlights and results: Jason Moloney wins first world title over Vincent Astrolabio". Bad Left Hook. Retrieved 2023-08-09.
- ^ Rosal, Glendale G. (2023-07-20). "Astrolabio Flies to Bangkok for WBC world bantam Eliminator fight". CebuDailyNews(CDN). Retrieved 2023-08-19.
- ^ Siasat, JM (2023-08-26). "Vincent Astrolabio wins Title Eliminator Contests with a TKO victory over Nawaphon Kaikanha". GMA News Online. Retrieved 2023-08-26.
External links[edit]
- Boxing record for Vincent Astrolabio from BoxRec (registration required)